Hypnogogia (That Which Came Before) / That Which Came Before (ePub)

"Hypnogogia" is a striking and thought-provoking collection of poetry and essays that delves into the complexities of youthful growth and the struggles of navigating a society that often seems to favour extroverted individuals. The author's unique style draws comparisons to poets such as Lang Leav, Rupi Kaur, and in places, Allen Ginsberg and Langston Hughes. The book is characterized by a blend of evocative imagery, emotive language, and introspective musings that takes readers on a journey through a range of themes, from the angst of teenage dating culture to the fantastical realm of a Game of Thrones-inspired coastal sacrifice.

One of the standout pieces in this collection is the poem "On The Altar," which showcases the author's ability to explore deep and complex emotions through their writing in a way that is both relatable and thought-provoking. This powerful and moving piece is just one example of the author's ability to evoke deep and complex emotions through vivid imagery and introspective musings in the style of poets such as Samuel Taylor Coleridge, John Keats, and D.H. Lawrence. Alongside this, the author also includes a moral and ethical essay titled "Of Spots and Things" discussing human society and its double standards, providing a unique and insightful perspective on the world around us.

With its striking imagery, emotive language, and introspective musings, "Hypnogogia" takes readers on a journey through the complexities of youth, love, and society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in poetry and essays that delve into the human condition and the world around us and is unique in that the book was written over a period of thirty plus years, starting with a young author looking at the world with fresh eyes and ending with an older author approaching middle age and taking up the pen again when life has settled down a bit more for them.